Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners.
As a majority Employee Owned company we provide a unique and generous array of benefits including two retirement plans, an Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and company matched 401(k).
In addition to health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, we also offer training and development opportunities.
The sky is the limit, come rock your career at MD&B!
Our core values of Respect, Fairness, Honesty, and Responsibility provide a firm cultural foundation as we relate to customers and each other as we Make it Happen!
LICENSED BLASTER
Performs blasting activity in accordance with job program to achieve anticipated production.
This position supports the direction of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent.
Reports blasting results and status to Project Superintendent or Blasting Supervisor for input and direction.
Responsibilities:
Performs assigned blasting activities.
Works as a job site blaster and receives direction from Blasting Supervisor and/or Project Superintendent
Provides input on blast-related activities to aid direct supervisor in plans
Identifies blast site problems and resolves with Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent, if necessary
Verifies that pre-blast inspections have been conducted prior to blasting
Performs all necessary pre-blast tests and seismograph setup as needed
Understands and follows all Company safety policies and practices
Places supply and material requests through Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent as needed
Monitors the relationship between blast pattern and type of digging and reports results to Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent
Documents use of explosives and completes required inventory paperwork
Expected to transport explosives across state lines, as needed
Is responsible for completing field accounting reports and required trip manifest forms as needed
All other duties as assigned
Attends company meetings as required
Participates in daily heads up safety meetings
Qualifications
High School Degree
Minimum of two years experience working with drills and explosives
Must have completed Blaster I training and will be required to take Blaster II training
Possess a Valid Blasting Certificate in states that require this
Must have good communications skills
Must hold a valid CDL with hazmat endorsement and is a Company-qualified driver (able to transport explosives across state lines) and has a good driving record as defined by the Company insurance carrier
Out of town/state travel
Must successfully pass a criminal background check with ATF
Has a thorough understanding of blasting techniques: blast design, loading holes, select and operate electric and non-electric detonators, demonstrate grade & elevation readings, secure blast site, identify explosives, demonstrate pop shooting
Proficient in all areas of drill operations
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform essential functions of the position
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
, 30 - 40% of the time
Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments
Stooping and bending 30 – 40% of the time
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Dante (CST) talks about what it’s like to work at MD&B: https://www.
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Dan (CEO) talks about career advancement opportunities: https://www.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c)
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